Endodontist Louisville, KY 40207 Hypertension, or high blood pressure, affects up to 40 percent of people 25 and older worldwide. How do you find out you have it? Your doctor can certainly tell you but sometimes, your dentist can, too. Studies in recent years have shown a link between oral health and hypertension. What Hypertension [...]
Sometimes you just don’t have time to brush and floss your teeth. You can still fight plaque and make your mouth feel fresh by eating particular foods. Whether you’re traveling, dining with friends or working late, ditch sweet and starchy foods and drinks for these healthier options. Louisville, KY 40207 Endodontist Crunchy fruits and vegetables, [...]
Patients often think of their general dentist or hygienist as their partner in their dental health. These are professionals they see frequently, who monitor their oral health during each visit and talk with them regarding any progress or potential issues that they find. While both of these dental professionals are vital, an endodontist can be [...]
If you have been suffering from a toothache that won’t go away, extreme sensitivity to hot and cold foods, or tooth trauma, it is important to seek help right away. Start with your dentist. He or she will most likely take x-rays and diagnose the issue. If there is damage to the tooth root, your [...]
If you’ve never been referred to a specialist for root canal treatment, you may not know the term “endodontics.” To help better understand this dental specialty, here are a few interesting facts: Endodontics is taken from the Greek terms meaning “inner tooth.” Endo is a prefix meaning “inner,” and odont is the root word “tooth.” [...]
Primary teeth are an important part of the growth and development of your child’s permanent teeth. That is one reason our Louisville endodontist may recommend root canal therapy rather than the extraction of a decayed primary tooth. While the idea of a root canal for a child might seem disturbing to parents, it is a [...]
Evolving technology provides better prognosis for endodontic treatment. Imaging Endodontists have used x-rays to capture images of the root system. However, there are a number of limitations when using x-rays. Foremost, x-rays are two-dimensional images trying to capture the three-dimensional root system. This can lead to inaccurate images and diagnoses. This led to the development [...]
In recent years, 3D digital imaging has become an important technology for helping endodontists assess their patients. 3D images allow an endodontist to see the exact positions of teeth relative to one another, as well as other vital structures like the jaw bone and nerves. It provides a faster, more complete image of the mouth, [...]
One of the key parts of a successful root canal treatment is irrigation. The irrigation process allows endodontists to eliminate bacteria and clean parts of the root system that their other instruments can’t reach. This ensures that the root canal is a success and that your tooth is on the path to recovery. Understanding Irrigation [...]
Root canal treatments are used to alleviate dental discomfort and save and restore teeth that have been compromised by infection or decay. The general treatment process has not changed much over time, but advancements with technology and modern medicine have made the root canal treatment process much more comfortable than ever before. Unfortunately, the stigmas [...]
